Classic Tracks (Rick Wakeman album)

Despite the good reviews by fans, Wakeman claims this album was finished and released without his authorization.

He also claims that he was threatened with violence if he interfered with the release and was told he wouldn't receive any compensation for it.

The master tapes of the back tracks were taken to America and appalling vocals put on them without my approval.

"In this album, lyrics were added to the 1975 instrumental song "Merlin the Magician" from The Myths and Legends of King Arthur and the Knights of the Round Table.

Despite Rick's feelings about this album, this new version of "Merlin the Magician" was later played on tour and one of those performances can be seen on the "Live in Buenos Aires" DVD.